1983 Audi 80 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi 80 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1982 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Audi 80 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | 80 | L |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 38 L |
